Chapter 1808: promise
"Isn't this kind of guarantee a bit too much?" said the head of an investment bank, frowning.
"But to be honest."
This can indeed alleviate the concerns of those investors.
"This can greatly increase the number of investors," another person said.
Hua Ya Lanlan did not interrupt their discussion, but spoke up after they finished, saying, "I know the risks of this promise."
But everyone knows very well.
If we don't make this commitment...
Those interstellar traders, those interstellar powers, those conglomerates, will not take any risks right now.
They will wait, wait for the war to end.
Only if we make this commitment will they invest financial, material, and human resources in this project at this critical juncture.
I know that if that happens...
Our Xiaolong Interstellar Empire will suffer enormous losses.
However, there is never a sure thing in this world.
Every transaction carries risk and requires an equivalent investment.
We only have so many chips at our disposal right now, and if we want to leverage such a large amount, we need to take on certain risks.
I think it's more important than what we'll get in the future.
This level of risk is acceptable to us.
Everyone fell silent.
They also understood that what Huaya Lanlan said made sense.
There are both benefits and risks.
This is something that happens when making any decision.
Secretary Lilith didn't speak, but looked at Emperor Xiaolong.
His Majesty the Emperor of the Dragon Kings had made this choice many times before, and he understood the reasons behind it very well.
Now all the situations and methods have been explained.
The decision-making process naturally falls to Emperor Xiaolong.
"Wait a moment." But Emperor Xiaolong interrupted the video call at this moment, asking everyone to wait before leaving.
Everyone just waited like that.
But they weren't idle either; they were all organizing the data, even though each of them had studied it many times, and the various working groups behind them, including secretaries, staff officers, and adjutants, had discussed it countless times.
But we still hope to get better conditions from it.
About five minutes later, Zhao Chen reappeared in front of everyone.
All eyes were now on the Emperor, awaiting his decision.
"I just contacted Grand Marshal Charlotte."
They informed us of our current situation and the decisions we need to make.
Grand Marshal Charlotte gave me this line.
Zhao Chen raised his hand, and an interstellar sand table appeared in front of everyone. It was a star map surrounding the area controlled by the Conqueror Civilization. On it, a dotted circle could be seen dividing the area controlled by the Conqueror Civilization's fleet in the middle.
"Grand Marshal Charlotte said that the military can guarantee that areas outside this line will not be damaged by the Conqueror Civilization Legion fleet."
I believe what Grand Marshal Charlotte said.
Since she said that...
After that, I will draft a statement regarding the reconstruction plans for these universes, which my Dragon Star Empire can guarantee.
Those willing to invest, if the Conqueror Civilization Legion fleet returns, these universes will be destroyed once again in the hands of my Wraith Dragon Interstellar Empire.
"The funds spent on these projects will be returned to my Xiaolong Interstellar Empire with interest!" Zhao Chen said decisively.
They even added more chips to their stakes compared to the previous Huaya Lanlan.
It means both principal and interest.
For investors, this is a business with almost no risk unless the Dragon Star Empire collapses.
The statement "almost none" here does not mean "absolutely none."
But those are only rare, extreme cases.
Even when these conquered civilizations' fleets returned, they were destroyed once again.
They can not only get their principal back, but also receive interest at the current average interest rate of the universe cluster.
For them, this means that their investment not only guarantees the principal, but they also earn at least some interest.
This will naturally attract more people.
“You should start doing this now.”
We must be quick.
However, it is crucial to remember that while speeding up the process, it is also essential to thoroughly understand the situation of the investors involved in the collaborative development, whether their funds can be secured in a timely manner, and whether they have the capability to carry out the development.
And where to prioritize development and how to develop it—all of these need to be calculated.
These first batch of development projects are the most important part of our entire plan.
Hearing what Emperor Xiaolong emphasized.
All the people on the other side of the video window stood up: "Yes."
The video conference has ended.
But this means the beginning of all the work.
"Pass on my order to immediately gather all geographical and cultural data from these universes, first submit it to the program for screening, and then have the person in charge confirm it again after the program has finished screening."
I need to see the report within a day!
"Immediately calculate how much available funds our bank has in its accounts. I need an accurate figure within three hours."
"Contact the media outlets we control and spread the news that we are going to rebuild and reclaim the universe. Remember to describe it in detail. The key point is that we will invest our Xiaolong Interstellar Empire's advanced technology in these universes and build this region into an advanced universe second only to our Xiaolong Interstellar Empire!"
"If the original controllers of these universes are imperial, summon all direct members of the royal family, including those with real power."
If it's a parliamentary system, then all the major families and senior councilors would be summoned.
I want to see them all in one day!
All departments are now becoming active.
In this context, news quickly spread that the Dragon Star Empire was going to rebuild these newly reclaimed universes.
Because the Dragon Star Empire has established a network of stargates in various universes, which also includes communication networks, the speed of information transmission is now unparalleled.
Furthermore, the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire secretly controls several major media groups in various cosmic civilizations, which can project the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire's voice when necessary.
They can control public opinion.
No matter the time, public opinion often becomes a double-edged sword.
If mastered well, it can be useful to one's own side.
If not handled properly, it could potentially hurt yourself.
Time passed little by little.
The news spread wider and wider.
Even in taverns, people were discussing the news.
"Have you heard? The Dragon Star Empire has just reclaimed those universes and is about to launch a reconstruction plan. I heard they also need to attract investment."
"So fast?"
They haven't even completely driven out the Conqueror Civilization's fleet yet, and they're already starting reconstruction work?
What if they attack again?
Then all that reconstruction would have been a complete waste.
"I've heard that Emperor Xiaolong personally issued a decree that if any losses are incurred due to the war, the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire will compensate for all losses related to these reconstruction projects, and will also pay interest during the investment period!"
"Holy crap?"
Is the Dragon Emperor really going all out?
This is a sure-fire way to make money, with the Dragon Star Empire backing it up, plus the fact that these universes themselves already have considerable resource value.
The reconstruction is now utilizing the technology of the Wyvern Interstellar Empire; it's poised for takeoff!
"Hehe, you've only thought about these benefits."
What if the Conqueror Civilization's legion fleet returns with a massive attack?
Don't make those promises. I could say anything like that, but who knows if I could actually keep them?
Inside the tavern, everyone was talking about it, some questioning it, some supporting it.
But at this moment, these are just topics of conversation for them during their leisure time.
After all, in their view, these were things done by big shots, and had nothing to do with them, the lowly people at the bottom. Even if they had some savings, compared to those projects that involved hundreds of billions of star coins, what was their little bit of money?
But they never expected that the enthusiasm for this project would soon ignite the passion of these people at the bottom of society.
One day later.
Emperor Xiaolong received a call from Angel Fenni, the head of the Imperial Central Bank.
"Have you run into some trouble?" Zhao Chen asked, looking at the angel Fenni opposite him.
It's only been a day; the project can't possibly have made progress so quickly.
If you contact yourself at this point, the most likely explanation is that you've encountered some kind of problem.
"It wasn't that we encountered a problem; it was after we went back that the presidents of several investment banks and I discussed it together."
They came up with a plan.
But your approval is required,” said Angel Fenni.
"Tell me about it." Zhao Chen was somewhat expectant. If the head of the Imperial Central Bank could personally contact him, then this plan must be extraordinary.
"In our previous meeting, we talked about attracting investment. This investment came from various powerful forces, interstellar traders, and conglomerates."
They are definitely the big shots.
However, there is also a considerable amount of private capital.
Even now, there is still a considerable amount of liquid capital available in the private sector.
One of them might not seem like much.
But when all of it is added together, the weight is not small.
So after our discussions and consultations.
We have decided to launch some financial programs for these lower and middle-income individuals.
For example, they originally thought that they might have at least a few hundred, and at most a few thousand or even tens of thousands of star coins, which would be insufficient to participate in this project.
Then we'll gather all the loose money from one area together.
For example, take the Star Kingdom as an example; it is divided into five regions, isn't it?
We are launching a financial program in the northern region of the Star Kingdom to pool these private funds and resources, ultimately creating a massive flow of funds worth hundreds of billions or even trillions of Star Coins.
These large sums of money are then reinvested into the projects.
When the project yields a return, I will repay the principal and interest.
In the meantime, we can move this large sum of money in advance, although it seems we will have to pay interest later.
But in reality, we are still the ones who organize these projects.
Our costs are what they are.
This is our profit margin, and using this profit to pay their interest is more than enough.
To increase their appeal, we can also enhance these financial programs.
For example, in the development plan of a cosmic galaxy resource mine, we would take out ten shares and use them as a financial plan to raise funds from the public.
After the project is completed, for example, in three years.
To incentivize everyone, interest payments may need to be made monthly.
We paid them at an interest rate two to three times higher than the market rate.
Then, after three years, the principal will be fully returned.
In addition, they can receive a certain amount of dividends over three, five, or even ten years.
Overall, assuming a family invests 10,000 Star Coins in this project, they can receive nearly 100 Star Coins in interest each month for three years, which is 3,600 Star Coins in interest. This means the project's return rate is 36%.
However, we will continue to pay dividends afterward.
Depending on the specifics of the project, the timeframe can vary.
In this way, when ordinary people see that they can receive money every month, their enthusiasm for further investment will naturally increase.
Furthermore, once one family receives the money, other families who are still observing will also consider giving it a try.
This will spread like an illness.
This will greatly help us in terms of the financial resources we need for reconstruction!
Hearing these words from the angel Fenni, Zhao Chen found it hard to believe that such words could come from the mouth of an angel.
It was as if a fairy suddenly started cursing.
This shows that even angels can become tainted by money over time.
"Your idea is good."
It can be executed.
But remember one thing: the projects we release must be reliable.
These projects are aimed at raising funds to rapidly rebuild and develop these universes, which is beneficial to our Dragon Star Empire.
At the same time, it can also allow these families to get a share of the benefits, further improving their living standards and spending power.
If any problems occur in this step.
That could be a devastating blow to these families.
This is something we cannot do.
"Do you understand now?" Zhao Chen said seriously.
Angel Fenni paused for a moment, then nodded heavily and said, "I understand. I will prioritize giving some high-quality projects to these individuals in the community."
Zhao Chen nodded in satisfaction.
After continuing the conversation...
Angel Fenni then set about doing this.
Soon, the news began to circulate through media channels: the Dragon Star Empire would be opening up financial investment projects related to its plan to recover and rebuild the universe to the public.
The minimum single transaction is 100 Star Coins!
One hundred Star Coins is something that most ordinary families can easily afford.
However, ordinary people are still taking a wait-and-see approach to this news.